Former Senior Special Assistant to Imo State Governor, Princess Calista Anene, has described Governor Hope Uzodinma as a man with a clear vision for the good people of Imo State. The steps exhibited from his mission in the first four years have earned a him another four years tenure as Governor.
Princess Calista Anene, in an interview with Heard Voice News Online, described the Governor as an individual full of ideology for economic and infrastructural development.
Details of the Interview:
What is your opinion about the last administration in terms of achievements, expectations of the people, and your involvement?
Princess Calista Anene: Thank you, Mr. Rotimi. My name is Princess Calista Anene, a politician and an activist for women, youth, and the less privileged. I stand on the struggle to advocate for the disadvantaged youth and women of Imo State and Nigeria .From when
H.E. Dist Senator Hope Uzodimma, was inaugurated as the Executive Governor of Imo State, I saw a positive ambition and I aligned with his administration. I saw Governor Hope Uzodimma having the same ideology as me regarding the disadvantaged and the less privileged. That’s why I support his led government.
As an aid to the executive governor of imo State, His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Odidika Uzodimma (ONWA IMO) are you fulfilled that your office was of benefit to the people?
Princess Calista Anene: Yes, I would say so. Throughout my tenure as senior special assistant to the Governor of Imo State on Social Development and Humanitarian, I utilized that office to bridge the gap between the governor and the constituencies. I implemented projects, applied for approvals, and funded them. I was able to secure employment for
undergraduates from Imo State, conducted skill acquisition training, and made a positive impact. The humanitarian ministry as well did remarkably well in various areas affecting humanity.
In the last administration, you were an advocate for women being involved in politics. What prompted you to campaign for women’s involvement in politics?
Princess Calista Anene: The trigger was my advocacy for women and youths. Women and youths are the leaders of today and tomorrow, and they are the voters. During the 2023 party primaries, delegates did not elect women as party candidates. I protested against this, emphasizing that women should be represented. Women have the conscience and are effective in various positions. I believe empowering women in political roles would significantly reduce restiveness. Thank God that our God sent Governor listen and choose a woman as his running mate and the rest is history.
What’s your advice as a stakeholder to the present administration in Imo State, and what are your greatest expectations?
Princess Calista Anene: From the onset, I showcased Governor Hope Uzodimma’s mission and vision. He has done remarkably well, and my advice is for everyone to support him. As a stakeholder, I’m flexible and willing to offer my services to move Imo State to a higher level. My readiness to support transcends whether I am in or out of government. The youth should rise and take positive positions because they are better in addressing the issues affecting them in our communities and the entire State.
What’s your assessment and interest in Oguta politics, and how do you see your people?
Princess Calista Anene: Governor Hope Uzodinma has positively impacted Oguta local government. Lives have changed, and he has shown special support for the people of Oguta, soon we will be witnessing the dredging of orashi river down to Atlantic ocean, what a significant project and economic value to the state and Ndigbo in general. I urge my people to continue supporting him. My prayer is that Governor Hope Uzodinma will surpass his first tenure achievements and becoming the first elected Igbo president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria after 2027.
Finally, you have been a great daughter of the state and the local government. How would you like to be remembered?
Princess Calista Anene: I want to be remembered as a girl who moved from grass to grace, an inspiration like Flora Nwapa, the first Nigerian female novelist. I want to be remembered as someone who, despite being a teenage mother, became a voice for the voiceless and less privileged. My journey from the street to becoming a key player in international business and politics should serve as an inspiration that nobody is useless
